Kitchen Prep Associate- Dumpling

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Din Tai Fung (DTF) is a globally acclaimed culinary icon renowned for the art of Xiao Long Bao. Founded in 1972, the Michelin‑recognized restaurant brand continues to be family‑owned and passed down through generations, with more than 165 locations in 13 countries worldwide. Since its founding, DTF has become synonymous with quality and consistency and is known for its warm hospitality and authentic flavors.

DTF has 16 U.S. locations to date, offering an upscale yet inviting cultural dining experience for everyone. Please note interviews will be scheduled to take place between January 5 – January 15.

670 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618

$21.00 per hour

• Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts through Benefit Hub
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

A Dumpling Trainee is tasked with preparing, putting together, folding, and steaming dumplings for guests. They operate in a show kitchen, requiring them to uphold a tidy and professional look.

Your journey at Din Tai Fung will begin as a Dumpling Trainee. Our hands‑on dumpling training program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to ensure you have the tools for success.

• Prepares, measures, and cuts dough
• Rolls dumpling/bun skins
• Stuffs, closes, and arranges dumplings/buns in a steamer
• Adds meat and allergen identifiers
• Steams dumplings/buns
• Maintains a clean working space and dumpling room
• Labels all items in accordance with regulations and procedures
• Attends monthly staff and dumpling meetings

• Keeps all kitchen areas clean and sanitized
• Organizes items within the walk‑in coolers and freezers
• Lifts/moves boxes, bags, chairs, and tables (up to 50 pounds)
• Assists with regular deep cleaning of the kitchen
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all proprietary information, including but not limited to recipes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Friendly, energetic, highly motivated people who will thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Ability to travel to other store locations for training (Del Amo, Anaheim, or South Coast Plaza).
• Dumpling experience is not required.
• Experience in prep, specifically with dough (pastry, pizza, etc.) is a plus.
• Open availability.
• Eager to learn, enjoys being challenged.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to perform any other job‑related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally.

Din Tai Fung North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state/provincial, and local laws.

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